Introduction to geomorphology, the scientific study of the landscape and landscape formation processes. Introduction to the physical structure of the earth, earth materials, the nature and formation of major landform features on the earth’s surface, and the processes that continue to shape the landscape such as rivers, oceans, glaciers, winds, earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis. Very beneficial for students interested in other disciplines that consider the natural environment (such as agriculture, ecology, engineering), or fields that deal with human/ environment interaction (such as the social sciences, history, anthropology, architecture). It will also be beneficial to students interested in relief, development and mission work.

Introduction to atmospheric and soils sciences; physical elements of climate (including seasonal cycles, climate change and global warming); causes, changes, and patterns of weather (including hurricanes, tornadoes and other extreme weather conditions); spatial and dynamic interrelations of climate, soils and vegetation (including soil protection, ecosystems and biodiversity). Basic foundation for further courses in physical geography. Relates to considerations of the natural environment (such as agriculture, ecology or engineering), or fields that deal with human/environment interaction (such as the social sciences, history, anthropology or architecture).